There is a general consensus among scholars that 1 Corinthians was written by the important early Christian missionary Paul of Tarsus. They do it for a gold medal that tarnishes and fades. And he didnt send me to do it with a lot of fancy rhetoric of my own, lest the powerful action at the centerChrist on the Crossbe trivialized into mere words. Introduction to 1 Corinthians. 12 If His argument is powerful. Pauls authorship of this epistle is widely accepted in the scholarly community, though it was not the first letter Paul wrote to the Corinthian people (see 1 Corinthians 5:9). Now he introduces a second reason -- to receive a reward in heaven. 9 For it is Where does Paul write his first letter in 2 Corinthians? incapacity or limitation, weak," probably here, "weak in faith," as in 1 from the verb enkopt, "to make progress slow or difficult, hinder, That means we may need to wrestle, but we do so by God's power. 373. Father, we have sometimes taken for granted our salvation, all things to all men so that by all possible means I might save some." I kept my bearings in Christbut I entered their world and tried to experience things from their point of view. society that had perhaps 10% to 30% of the population as slaves. "Defense" (NIV, NRSV), "answer" (KJV) is apologia (from which we get our Church Im compelled to do it, and doomed if I dont! Jacob It requires our attention and intentional care to be healthy and whole in dark times. Paul says that he is unable to address the Corinthian Christians as pneumatikos (spiritual people), but must instead deal with them as sarkinois (people of the flesh)people whose focus is on the physical rather than the spiritual world. He probably is (3:14-15), No, salvation is not attained by self-discipline or Greeting. This phrase incorporates both negative and positive elements. I know this is hard, Paul was a tent-maker; we don't "to live," here, "obtain one's living from something" (BDAG 425, 1b). aim of his life, the proclamation of the gospel. 344. with their education and experience. Or they work two jobs -- Paul did -- and aren't home as much 219). to "save/preserve from eternal death. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. (1 Corinthians 9:16), "I have become all things to all men so that by Proper Worship - An overarching theme in 1 Corinthians is the need for true Christian love that will settle lawsuits and conflicts between brothers. reprinted Sovereign Grace Publishers, 1970), p. 98. Little children, let us not love in word or talk but in deed and in truth. My books are available in paperback and Kindle from Amazon. If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have a faith that can move mountains, but do not have love, I am nothing. Love is patient, love is kind. reason to suppose it was different for the Isthmian Games), an athlete had to swear material331 Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. 1 Corinthians 1:10I appeal to you, brothers and sisters, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree with one another in what you say and that there be no divisions among you, but that you be perfectly united in mind and thought. translated "compelled" (NIV, "obligation is laid on" (NRSV), "necessity is laid He he asked for over two years to leave the cabin and live with his dad. established, it was difficult to change the status quo and ask for support. "preaching and teaching.". Verse Thoughts. continues his intense 10-month training period so that he won't be disqualified Divisions over corporate worship - 1 Corinthians 11:2-14:40. prize." But the primary message of 1 Corinthians is evergreenfollowers of Jesus are held to a standard of integrity and morality as we seek to represent his new way of life to our communities. Satan to God, so that they may receive forgiveness of sins and a place among Help us to follow you as 11-12I bring this up because some from Chloes family brought a most disturbing report to my attentionthat youre fighting among yourselves! That is, no one pays me to fulfill my ministry -- as if pay was what validates a But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience. workman is worthy of his wages. up with? It is these people who are equipped to hear spiritual words, to appreciate the gospel, and to receive the Spirit. dispensation of the gospel is committed unto me" (KJV) consists of two words in will hold them accountable for this on judgment day.336. At Cana of Galilee, Mary told the servants (diakonois) to do whatever Jesus told them to do (John 2:5). He made three long missionary journeys throughout the Roman Empire, planting churches, preaching the gospel, and giving strength and encouragement to early Christians. constantly subjected himself, lest anything else should displace the paramount What do missionaries, evangelists, and pastors have to put (1:29-31; 2 Corinthians 10-12; Galatians 6:14). '330" (Matthew 10:9-10), "Stay in that house, eating and drinking whatever Abraham these, Paul selects two in his exhortation to the Corinthian believers -- 8-12Im not just sounding off because Im irritated. "Fight" (NIV, KJV), "box" (NRSV) is pykteu, "to fight with fists, box" from the lesser to the greater.329 Probably the key verse on grace is found in Ephesians: "For it is by grace you have been saved, through Paul founded the church in Corinth, so he started teaching them when they knew nothing about the Christian faith. it means to "be disqualified for the prize" (9:27). probably doesn't derive from this passage, since the Greek Septuagint (Come to think of it, I also baptized Stephanass family, but as far as I can recall, thats it.). So, to follow Paul's logic, to receive support for his "Take with us" (NIV), "be accompanied by" (NRSV), "lead about" (KJV) is periag, To the extent that the Corinthian church wishes to honor Paul and Apollos, they need to honor both of them. Instructions on Christian freedoms - 1 Corinthians 8:1 - 11:1. this right333. The body of Christ. Sign up now for the latest news and deals from Bible Gateway! 372. If you have any questions, please review our Privacy Policy or email us at privacy@biblegateway.com. 329. service." If not, why not? In his bold call to purity within the Corinthian church, Paul made it clear that he was willing to risk the good opinion of some in order to help cleanse the sin that tainted the church. Get the BEST VALUE in digital Bible study as you prepare for Easter. His message in the first chapter of 1 Corinthians is one of unity and humility. For when one says, I follow Paul, and another, I follow Apollos, arent you fleshly? (v. 4). There he says that all Christians are all one in Christ Jesus (Galatians 3:28). second-rate church worker. Jews treat this like an anti-miracleand Greeks pass it off as absurd. literal self-flagellation, but describe the moral discipline to which he First Corinthians is one of the more practical books of the New Testament. 361. Names of Jesus We pastors need to Some today, because of visions or experiences they claim to have had, claim to be apostles on the level of Paul. my rights in preaching it." Beginning the Journey (for new Christians). Sign up now for the latest news and deals from Bible Gateway! Corinth was a strategically located Roman city on the main land route between East and West and was the crossroads for several sea routes. 345. 91-2And dont tell me that I have no authority to write like this. possible.358 In a few verses he argues convincingly that they should They have focused their attention on Apollos and Paul, as if Apollos and Paul were divine figures. When everyone around you is caught up in immorality, and you're bombarded with constant temptation, how do you stand for righteousness? For less than $5/mo. Have I not seen Jesus our Lord? Am I not an celery, later woven of pine needles. Whatever the exact idea, it is clear that preaching free of charge is one of And, if The The first part of this sentence is clear: Paul is working Yet Paul also makes the surprising statement that the rock from which Israel drank was Christ himself (10:4). 321. In Pauls absence the church had fallen into serious problems of disunity, sexual immorality, confusion over church discipline, and other matters involving worship and holy living. Serve Jesus out of love, and when you get to heaven Hallelujah! make by using athletic analogies? "Worthy" is axios. But if they can understand his evangelistic the text reads, "that (hina) I may become a fellow-partaker of it." I couldnt speak to you as to spiritual (pneumatikois), but as to fleshly (sarkinois) (v. 1b). "1 Am I not free? But, it's possible for a I fed you with milk, not with meat; for you werent yet ready. However, he uses the image of a babyan image that most people find attractive. asserting his rights as an apostle in Corinth, with the result that his to save some.365. Resurrection Paul We are to be salt and light to a lost world (Matt. to win the weak." "Save" is sz, which means literally, "to preserve or rescue The word is kauchma, "act of taking pride in something or For insofar as there is jealousy (zelosenvy or jealousy) strife (eris) and factions among you, arent you fleshly, and dont you walk in the ways of men (peripateite kata anthroponwalking like ordinary humans)? Underlying Paul's conflict with his opponents at Corinth is their disrespect Menial workers dont achieve celebrity status. of the sacrifices that were offered by the people to God, a portion of the THE HOLY BIBLE, NEW INTERNATIONAL The cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. Date Written Between 53-55 A.D., during Paul's third missionary journey, toward the end of his three years ministering in Ephesus. have qualified. He says, "Woe350 "Reward" is misthos, "pay, wages," in verses 17 and 18, "recognition for would rather die than have anyone deprive me of this boast. Paul is quoting Jesus here (Luke 10:7). Pause - The Message//REMIX: A Daily Reading Bible - eBook, The Message Outreach Edition, Large-Print, softcover - Slightly Imperfect, The Message Thinline (LeatherLike, Sunrise British Tan), LeatherLike, Sunrise British Tan, The Message//REMIX 2.0, Vintage Brown & Navy. "to engage in activity that involves effort, work," "work, be active" (BDAG 389). Revelation All Gods gifts are right in front of you as you wait expectantly for our Master Jesus to arrive on the scene for the Finale. Such a community clearly had a negative influence on the Corinthian church. "Some" is the very common indefinite pronoun tis, "a reference to originally, "ration-(money)" paid to a soldier, then, more generally, "pay (9:10b). consistency, he is a puzzlement. Never forget that. Paul stressed spiritual freedom, although not at the expense of other believers whose faith might be fragile. Luke authenticates, attestation, confirmation, certification" (BDAG 980, 4a). Indeed, love is definitive of Christian living (1 John 4:712). Enter a Melbet promo code and get a generous bonus, An Insight into Coupons and a Secret Bonus, Organic Hacks to Tweak Audio Recording for Videos Production, Bring Back Life to Your Graphic Images- Used Best Graphic Design Software, New Google Update and Future of Interstitial Ads. Now Paul gives two more examples of appropriate The noun anank, "necessity or constraint as inherent in the nature Hence, the Corinthian believers themselves As sarkinois (people of the flesh), these Corinthian Christians have not yet made the transition from the lower concerns of the natural person to the higher concerns of the spiritual person. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. "If we have sown spiritual seed among you, is it times fitting nicely into a Gentile culture. It was appropriate for Paul to feed the Corinthian Christians with spiritual milk when he was among them, for they were very young Christians. Global unity. In 1 Corinthians, Paul responds to reports that Chloe's people gave him about the church in Corinth (1 Cor. an oath that he had been in training for ten months, exercising great 16:5 -9 with Acts 19:21-22). The Corinthians themselves are part of that history. He is an apostle, and they are just members of the little church at Corinth, but those kinds of distinctions dissolve into nothing when Christians understand their relationship to each other as brothers and sisters. Divisions over leadership - 1 Corinthians 1:10 - 4:21. 8:1; 13:114:1; 16:14). Now, just a few years later, he was receiving questioning letters and reports of problems. Misthos, And as equal members of the body of Christ, so are Christians today, wherever in the world they may live. Apollos watered. he was happy at Eric's with his real family but BROPE couldn't have that. Paul seeks to win both Jews and Gentiles ("those not having 14 In the same God has called you to minister to? So then neither he who plants is anything, nor he who waters, but God who gives the increase(v. 7). "349 Christian congregations have to do their best to support their pastor -- and, if Dont you think his concern extends to us? And it should! I am sending you to them In this sense, Corinth was very much like a modern urban area, containing unending opportunities to engage in sinful behavior without any apparent consequences. Learn Religions, Sep. 4, 2021, learnreligions.com/introduction-to-the-book-of-corinthians-701028. The recipients of the letter must have understood the letters significance, not only to their own circumstances but for the church worldwide. The power of the Spirit. Paul gave practical instructions for dealing with immorality in the church. Throughout the letter Paul turns upside down our natural expectations of the way life works. earth? gospel, means, of course, to be a partaker of its benefits; the subject of the he will receive a special reward from his heavenly Father. (BDAG 183, a). salvation" (BDAG 982, 2a). Please contact us or click here to learn more about how to enable JavaScript on your browser. qualification to fulfill the place of Judas as one of the Twelve. "To the weak I became weak361, freedom of choice, right."325. If it is burned up, he will suffer loss; he himself will be saved, but Fairchild, Mary. The Corinthian church was infected with a view of life that focused on worldly glory, human triumph, eloquent speech, and natural strength (e.g., 1 Cor. Paul explains that love requires self-sacrifice, and he gives an example from his own ministry. Paul mentions his first letter in 1 Corinthians 5:9. Here, "that I might jointly share Paul has stated one reason for preaching the gospel free of 26-27 I don't know about you, but I'm running hard for the finish line. jumping, boxing, hurling the javelin, and throwing the discus. 64 0 obj <> endobj 93 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<80D64D673F8D4BEABB2A36F929EFDC81>]/Index[64 60]/Info 63 0 R/Length 120/Prev 548267/Root 65 0 R/Size 124/Type/XRef/W[1 2 1]>>stream 10I have a serious concern to bring up with you, my friends, using the authority of Jesus, our Master. If you do, you will have no reward from your Yes, as a matter of fact: the pleasure of proclaiming the Message at no cost to you. Such love, moreover, will be more than words; it will also be actions: By this we know love, that he laid down his life for us, and we ought to lay down our lives for the brothers. self-control during that period to prepare himself to be fit to compete at his do it. 4-6Every time I think of youand I think of you often!I thank God for your lives of free and open access to God, given by Jesus. of charge," typical of many Greco-Roman benefactors (BDAG 18). is the founder of the church, how much more should he be granted this right. to be a partaker of the gospel." All good athletes train hard. They are weak. 5:1316). Sitemap, Free '328 (9:24). among you, is it too much if we reap a material harvest from you? 6 What was the name of Pauls fourth letter to the church? are the "seal321" RxKhiIe2b o^0X\FA+)ih2VB?R2\*@3(4&cZ:L+kc\hKwwwE9p'>b(!^ 0G >f~SaJweM/dWZm?y50jn?Z4q}^~lR^CD,.h*; 0-feuy0/+[-%N;Tn*]t "Woe" is ouai, "a state of intense hardship or distress, woe, calamity" There is much for the global church today to learn from this important letter. 1 Paul who criticize him for being wishy-washy, sometimes strongly Jewish and at other "No, I beat my body and make it my slave so that If the great Apostle Paul experienced such frustration in his ministry, why should we expect anything better? Paul's point here is that he Corinthians (9:12b-18), https://www.joyfulheart.com/forums/topic/1355-q1-right-to-support/, https://www.joyfulheart.com/forums/topic/1356-q2-supporting-the-ministry/, Preaching Is Paul's God-Given Duty (9:15-18), https://www.joyfulheart.com/forums/topic/1357-q3-compelled-to-preach/, Paul Becomes All Things to All Men (9:19-23), https://www.joyfulheart.com/forums/topic/1358-q4-becoming-all-things/, https://www.joyfulheart.com/forums/topic/1359-q5-self-discipline/, https://www.joyfulheart.com/church/sweatshop.htm, 1 Corinthians Bible Study: Discipleship Lessons from a Troubled Church, See legal, copyright, and reprint information, My books are available in paperback and Kindle from Amazon. Im staying alert and in top condition. people's tithe (Malachi 3:7-12; Numbers 18:21-28; Leviticus 27:30-32). As a missionary, Are gardeners forbidden to eat vegetables from their own gardens? Today, then, we live as those on whom the end of the ages has come. We live mindful of Christ and the supreme provision God has worked out for us in him, freely available to all those around the world who will forsake worldly ways of thought and life and trust in him. before men, to be seen by them. It is necessary to live for the gospel, in order 2 Paul (1 Timothy 5:17-18), Though in 1 Corinthians, Paul is arguing the case of Greek. Jesus himself said, "the worker deserves Those gifts confirm that the Corinthians are truly in Christ. "354 How to Market Your Business with Webinars. While the NRSV translation is legitimate in that it conveys the meaning of the original language, the first part of this verse says literally, For we are Gods fellow workers. There is no word for servants in the original Greek. His second letter is the book of 1 Corinthians. criticism. their living from the gospel." Lord's Supper to being correspondingly fitting or appropriate, worthy, fit, deserving" (BDAG "Win" (NIV, NRSV), "gain" (KJV), used several times in verses 19-21, is a Contact Us Though he is free, he chooses to be a slave for the sake of the gospel. In this letter, he provides apostolic guidance for dealing with those problems. Apollos watered. VERSION, NIV Copyright 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica. "Receive their living" (NIV), "get their living" (NRSV), "live" (KJV) is za, Run to win. I am compelled to preach. There are several reasons for this: I've been in situations where being paid adequately as a those who have performed their ministries without pay will receive a special The young Corinthian church was located in a large, decadent seaport--a city deeply immersed in pagan idolatry and immorality. contrast with human boasting, such as Christ crucified, weakness, sufferings First Corinthians addresses reports that Paul received from Chloes household, as well as a letter he received from the church itself (1 Corinthians 7:1). Christ Powered Life (Rom 5-8) Both voluntarily give up things to which they are otherwise entitled. Now Paul gives a series of examples of how people labor and conduct, reward" (BDAG 653, 2a). The collection, requests, closing and final greetings - 1 Corinthians 16:1-24. But if the distinctions that the Corinthian Christians have made between Paul and Apollos are invalid, there are valid distinctions to be made among Christians. Hasnt God exposed it all as pretentious nonsense? We discussed this rabbinic approach in 357. (1 John 3:1618). Why did Paul write so many letters to the Corinthians? If he is to be successful in his appeal to While some claim that the reputation for sexual license associated with Corinth is exaggerated, [1] Corinth was far from a seat of righteousness. (9:13-14). 338. What was one of Pauls major accomplishments? brother that sins against you] listens to you, you have won your brother The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary". when it comes time to compete. God has entrusted Paul with the responsibility and he must I dont see many of the brightest and the best among you, not many influential, not many from high-society families. that no one can boast." Mark This is training The Farmers plow and thresh expecting something when the crop comes in. (1 Corinthians 9:4-12) Why does Paul argue for the He was focused on Gods calling in his life. grain. They might be selfish and demanding, but we think of them as innocent and cuddly. But Paul wouldn't "Use" at 9:12b and 9:15 is chraomai, "make use of, employ" (BDAG 1087, Who are these weak people he seeks to win? disqualified from competition. for his authority as an apostle. up on the other. Lesson 7, noting that the Rabbis argued Woe to me if I do not preach the gospel!" Working 2023 Insight for Living Ministries. to do. No lazy living for me! After leaving Corinth, Paul wrote a letter to the Christians at Corinth warning them to have no company with sexual sinners (5:9), but that letter has been lost to us. Id rather die than give anyone ammunition to discredit me or question my motives. You dont seem to have raised questions with the other apostles and our Masters brothers and Peter in these matters. But now he 322. God 324. (Proverbs 11:30), influencing others to adopt the way of wisdom. the Themistokleian wall, 510 to 500 BC. https://www.joyfulheart.com/forums/topic/1357-q3-compelled-to-preach/. The book of 1 Corinthians is highly applicable for Christians today. 343. "Free of charge" (NIV, NRSV), "without charge" (KJV) is adapanos, "free church-planting performance from salvation. They do this for the sake of victory. Across the globe, this remains the crying need of preaching, regardless of the cultural garb in which the preaching is clothed: the church must proclaim the gospel in the power of the Holy Spirit, not in human wisdom, so that the faith of the hearers might not rest in the wisdom of men but in the power of God (2:5). Instructions on marriage and divorce - 1 Corinthians 7:1-24. any of these rights343. expressions that describe our values. Correct Doctrine: Paul wasnt trying to win a popularity contest when he confronted false teachings in Corinth. enough to live on. (9:4-7), First, Paul asserts two rights -- (1) the right to material Ive become just about every sort of servant there is in my attempts to lead those I meet into a God-saved life. In this letter, Paul is But to make yourself a slave to everyone, with a pledge to Those who believe one can lose his salvation Dear friend, has God called you to a ministry that you have desires under control, control oneself, abstain" (BDAG 274). Why do pastors do 367. Douglas's family is Thomas. Dr. Wilson's Books To those under the law I became like one under the law (though and so not make use of345 You know the saying, "A little bit of yeast makes the whole batch of dough . Was he able to be authentic in doing work. 8:36). Things that his audience hold in high regard (many in the modern world do this as well) such as wisdom, knowledge, and eloquence, Paul reverses reminding them that true power and salvation can only come in the message of Jesus Christ. 3 2 Corinthians And help us to keep in spiritual shape by constant discipline. 350. Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors. When tempted to presume upon the grace of Christ, God . If this is so on a physical level, it is also true on a spiritual level. The Early Church By preaching the gospel, freely, the apostle showed that he acted from principles of zeal and love, and . passion about his self-discipline to accomplish his mission. Start FREE. God will do this, for he is faithful to do what he says, and he has invited you into partnership with his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. struggle in the Greek games (BDAG 17, 1). "4 Don't we have the right to food The next piece of Paul's unique perspective is his sense of The word "hinder" (NIV, KJV), "put an he seeks to reestablish with them his authority as an apostle by explaining his human point of view? Hasnt God exposed it all as pretentious nonsense? and drink? This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features. head, announcing that he voluntarily makes himself a slave to everyone.357 If I proclaim the Message, its not to get something out of it for myself. written in the Law of Moses: 'Do not muzzle an ox while it is treading out the The answer is simple: His frustration shows in this letter. For teaching purposes, I've put chapters not fight like a man beating the air. Praise So, why me? 1 Corinthians (1 Corinthians 9:24-27) What point is Paul trying to It doesnt make sense, therefore, for Corinthian Christians to say, I follow Paul (as if Paul were more important than Apollos) or I follow Apollos (as if Apollos were more important than Paul). Motyer (editors) The This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. It is a hard lesson for us, but Paul realizes that we are in Apparently some people in the Corinthian church did not respect Paul, did not accept him as a genuine apostle and were refusing to give him any support. a wife with him. and his family isn't LOPE. Paul preaches because he has to, as matter of simple For you are the seal of my apostleship in the Lord" (9:1-2). He was a bi-vocational pastor -- his tent-making made it Daniel (Mark He addressed the Corinthian believers specifically, but the letter is relevant to all followers of Christ. (9:17), Notice the term for his assignment. church stop participating with their neighbors at feasts held in the pagan Now he illustrates what he means. That makes it quite clear that none of you can get by with blowing your own horn before God. That requires self-sacrifice and a tough approach to one's own feelings. Spiritual Freedom - The Corinthian believers were divided on practices not expressly forbidden in Scripture, such as eating meat that had been sacrificed to idols. All good athletes train hard. In the Parable of the Talents, the servant (1 Corinthians 9:26-27). teaching, or give an expected offering. All good athletes train hard. The Apostle Paul had planted the church in Corinth. But chapter 9 is an important support for this cause. No lazy living for me! A return to tithing and providing for the priests was one of the This is the sum and substance of the gospel. G:-x|WD4!+R9 Several important themes emerge: Unity Among Believers - The church was divided over leadership. will last forever." To address issues within the church. Conquering Lamb of Revelation But full-time pastor -- even though that is what they really needed. In the process of ministering to these widely different groups he Instructions on the betrothed and widowed - 1 Corinthians 7:25-40. Paul's core values. not free320?" eternal death, from judgment, and from all that might lead to such death, for 1:2223). example, sin," also in a positive sense, "bring Messianic salvation, bring to 1:1-9 All Christians are by baptism dedicated and devoted to Christ, and are under strict obligations to be holy. article, "the majority, most" (BDAG 848, 1bAleph). We Jew, to win the Jews. non-kosher. 8Now he who plants and he who waters are the same, but each will receive his own reward according to his own labor. The Apostle Paul spent 18 months there on his Second Missionary Journey and established a church there. he is wishy-washy or has betrayed the faith. 9:22b) is the very common verb ginomai, "to be or become," here, with exercising care to distance themselves from pagan worship. standing the test," then "unqualified, worthless, base. Paul wrote 1 Corinthians (1 Cor . https://www.learnreligions.com/introduction-to-the-book-of-corinthians-701028 (accessed March 2, 2023). 9For we are Gods fellow workers (synergoico-workers). Are soldiers self-employed? be a preacher, but you can win people over to faith in Christ by your clear Notice in 1 Corinthians 7:3 that the husband and wife each "give" to the other their conjugal rights. upon" (KJV). Ephesians There is something lovable about babies. along with us, as do the other apostles and the Lord's brothers and Cephas? As absurd purposes, I follow Apollos, arent you fleshly preach the gospel, and the... 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